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Australian flag burnt and protesters pepper sprayed at anti-mosque protest in Bendigo

Ugly scenes have erupted between rival protesters at an event to condemn the construction of a mosque in Bendigo.

An Australian flag was burnt at the end of the protest.

About 300 people opposed to the mosque broke through police barricades and started punching anti-racism protesters on the steps of the Bendigo Town Hall on this afternoon.

Mounted police intervened and were able to restore order after spraying the crowd with capsicum spray.

United Patriots Front spokesman Blair Cottrell, who was affected by the capsicum spray, said residents do not want the mosque.

Protesters have criticised the actions of police. (9NEWS)About 300 people opposed to the mosque had gathered near the Bendigo Town Hall. (9NEWS)

Anti-racism leader Ezekiel Ox denounced the presence of the police, labelling them "genocidal maniacs". Greater Bendigo mayor Peter Cox said it was disappointing that people from outside Bendigo felt the need to visit the city and cause trouble.